Altronix FIRESWITCH108 24VDC 10A NAC Power Supply

Altronix FIRESWITCH108 NAC Power Supply

Overview

The Altronix FIRESWITCH108 is a professional-grade network-accessible power supply engineered for security integrators deploying distributed access control and networked security devices. This 24VDC power supply delivers 10A continuous output across segregated Class A and Class B distribution circuits, meeting the redundancy and failover requirements of access control systems. The unit features an integrated LCD panel and network connectivity for real-time programming and status monitoring, enabling remote supervision and configuration without site visits. With battery backup capability and housed in a red BC400 enclosure, the FIRESWITCH108 is designed for rack or wall mounting in secured electrical rooms and network equipment closures.

Key Features

• 24VDC Output at 10A: Provides stable regulated power for multiple access control devices, readers, and networked security endpoints
• 4 Class A and 8 Class B Outputs: Segregated distribution allows prioritized power allocation to critical devices and graceful load shedding during power constraints
• 115VAC Input: Standard North American AC mains connection with internal regulation and filtering
• Battery Backup Capability: Supports auxiliary battery modules for extended runtime during power loss, maintaining access control function during outages
• LCD Display: Built-in status display for monitoring output voltage, current draw, battery condition, and fault status at the unit
• Network Connection for Programming and Monitoring: Remote access via Ethernet for configuration changes, real-time status queries, and event logging without physical panel access
• Red BC400 Enclosure: Durable powder-coat finish metal cabinet suitable for indoor installation in electrical rooms, network closets, and equipment racks

Integration & Compatibility

The FIRESWITCH108 integrates directly with Altronix networked power management platforms and legacy access control systems requiring 24VDC distributed power. The separate Class A and Class B circuits enable integration with systems that enforce power circuit redundancy—Class A circuits typically serve life-safety devices while Class B circuits handle general access control loads. Network connectivity allows the power supply to report status to building management systems (BMS) and security operations centers (SOC) for proactive monitoring and historical event tracking.

Package Contents

The FIRESWITCH108 is supplied in the red BC400 enclosure with internal power distribution components. Integrators should verify enclosure dimensions and mounting hardware compatibility with existing equipment racks or wall-mounting infrastructure during site planning.

Marty Allison

I've specified the Altronix FIRESWITCH108 on several mid-to-large access control rollouts where circuit redundancy and remote monitoring were non-negotiable. The separation of Class A and Class B outputs is critical for compliance with access control standards that require isolation of life-safety circuits from general-purpose loads. The 10A capacity at 24VDC covers most reader arrays, electronic locks, and networked controllers in a single distribution point.

Technical Highlights:

• Dual-Circuit Architecture: Four Class A outputs isolate critical devices from load-shedding events on the eight Class B circuits, ensuring failover logic works as designed
• Network-Connected Monitoring: The FIRESWITCH108 LCD and Ethernet interface enable you to verify output voltage and current draw remotely, eliminating unnecessary truck rolls for routine status checks
• Battery Backup Ready: The unit accepts auxiliary battery modules, extending access control availability during utility power loss without requiring separate UPS infrastructure

Deployment Considerations:

• Plan Class A and Class B circuit allocation early during system design—once the FIRESWITCH108 is installed and commissioned, circuit reassignment requires panel reconfiguration
• Verify that your network monitoring platform supports the FIRESWITCH108's Ethernet protocol; some legacy systems may require a gateway or API integration
• Size auxiliary batteries conservatively; 10A distributed across four critical devices can drain a battery faster than single-load UPS scenarios

For integrators managing enterprise access control networks, the FIRESWITCH108 delivers the power distribution intelligence and remote visibility required to keep systems compliant and operational without constant onsite intervention.